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Focus on Well-Being: NEw Year’S Nutrition
Content courtesy of CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
What we eat plays a huge part in our overall health and well-being. We have all heard the sayings “you are what you eat”, or “food is fuel”, and these catch phrases still ring true today. Wanting to eat better in the new year, but not quite sure where to start? meals ahead will save you time and eliminate unnecessary calories!
Planning Ahead: Meal Prep
Life can get hectic. Help yourself make the easy AND healthy choice, whether you are eating on the-go or at home with these meal prep tips below!
Make a Menu.
- Do you want to make a weekly or monthly plan?
- What day of the week will you designate to be your “meal prep” day?
- What special nutrition needs do you or your family have to consider?
Stock up on the basics.
- The Five Food Groups: Vegetables, Fruits, Milk & Dairy Products, Protein, Grains
- Click here to check out eatright.org list of staple pantry and freezer items.
- Tip! Put dates on products stored in the freezer and be sure to use the oldest items first!
Keep a running grocery list.
- Keep a pad and pen in a convenient place and jot down grocery items as you think of them throughout the week.
- Gather needed ingredients for meals you plan to make.
Questions to ask yourself:
- How often do I want to make trips to the grocery store?
- What do I already have at home?
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